If you believe your marriage is not valid for any reason, then you may be able to have the marriage annulled. You can apply to have your marriage annulled within a reasonable period of time.

The Court can grant a decree of nullity with decree nisi followed by decree absolute.

When can a marriage be annulled?

A marriage can be annulled in certain circumstances including if:

• It has not been consummated
• At the time of the marriage your partner was already married to someone else
• You have married a close relative (inter-married)
• Your partner had a venereal disease at the time which you were not aware of, but they were
• Your partner was pregnant with another person's child at the time which you were not aware of, but they were
• You were forced to marry against your will

What next?

For further information about our family services or to discuss a particular matter or situation in more detail, contact Marilyn Bell or Keith Docking at our St Albans office by email at marilyn.bell@salaw.com or keith.docking@salaw.com or telephone 01727 798066.